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Glenn Aerokit 36" Mk2
… m to put shelves up or do anything with wood as a rule. All steamed in the kitchen with an overworked kettle apparently. it never got a top coat of paint or radio, the latter as it was too expensive at the time for him. There it rested unti …
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rivarama
… uses Vac Formed ply panels, could you use strips of veneer steamed and formed round the foam. I once did a marquetry Globe using this method. Tell us your thoughts on this idea, I used a steam Iron to steam my veneer. Colin.
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fire boat
… for anything, no matter wether it's Glow motor, Deisel, or steamthese guys have a tremendous knowledge, any advice given should be read and learned from, walk into Lyle@s workshop and its like stepping back in time, some of his models and …
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Clinker waterproofing
HI All I have a clinker built open boat that I want to be steam powered. Does anyone have any Ideas how to waterproof the hull but retain Its wooden appearance? I was going to put glass cloth on It but I think this will look bad. Regards Ed …
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'HOWE' GY177
… with lipo's and brushless motors. Going to fit proportional steam simulator, fog horn and whistle, have already fitted sound generator representing the 3 cylinder steam unit that would have been in the real thing. if you have any experience …
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ytgn6 part 2
… re weight) of lead increases. 5. Molten metal mould water = steam = bang. Make sure the mould is dry - Put it in the oven at 100 deg for at least an hour - if you're still not sure leave it a day & repeat! Plaster/clay/cement moulds take lo …
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Motor and prop shaft
… who also fitted an ex-metre class fin and bulb to a paddle steamer- there's a video of it on here- and it Improved matters no end. Sometimes needs must- but I can understand that fitting a fin to scale boat might go against the grain. I ha …
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new club
… powered In any form such as some early models were Rubber, Steam and Clockwork and later on they where Glow, Diesel, Petrol and Electric. Our goal Is to get together with other like minded modellers and help the models of yesteryear to con …
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Veron tug
… nice to get her up and running. I think It would have been steam powered when new, the boat has never been fitted with any power unit. I think It maybe late 50s or 60s, but not sure but hoping someone out there will knots all about It. Man …
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Clinker waterproofing
HI Edward As you are intending to fit a steam power plant you will need to make sure the planks are well protected both from the inside and out. Ian's suggestion about sealing the plank joints should work and I assume you will be using a va …
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Veron tug
motor / or even a small steam plant may be possible ! should look good accompaniying your sun xxI on the water ! !
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Fireboat/Vintage Model Boat Day 2012
… I was unable to attend as we exhibit annually at the Malpas Steam Rally, which always seems to be on the same weekend! It would be good to see some video of the event, as the pictures posted already indicate the high standard of the models …
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The COROMANDEL
… Somehow by 1880 he was the " providore " on a small coastal steamer. Unfortunately he appears to have fallen off this In Auckland harbour and was drowned leaving a wife and 6 children. As I have no photographic record of him, I thought It w …
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Cabin Roofs
… e front end of the roof with a fixing at the rear. My model steamer uses dowel across the transom with a tool clip fixed to the roof. My pond yacht uses a magnet for the front hatch and rubber bands for the cabin. My steamer uses clips for …
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(Tug Boat) Strongbow
Paddle Steamer Tug Internet plans (Motor: self made) (5/10)
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Which Radio Control System?
… lot cutter), Solomon Browne (Watson lifeboat) and a clinker steam launch. I already have the auxillary motor (6v) for the pilot cutter together with the sail winches (Futaba and HiTec) but everything else Is In the air. Can anyone advise me …
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46' Vintage RAF Crash Tender Re-do.
… egar mix also CLEANS the engine bays of fuel oil (and on my STEAM boats) of all residue as well. Regards Lyle.
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Vintage Model Boat Days
… to 1970 Sea Queen, Swordsmans, Crash Tenders and more. IC, Steam & Electric welcome, own Insurance please. Froggyt996
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Mayhem at Wicksteed!
… ower boats, Demo run of Bill's Honda powered Arun Lifeboat, Steam boats, Straight running, Plastic Duck Games!!! ALL forms of boats welcome even IC! (we can't run power type IC boats on the water, our Insurance doesn't cover us.. sad) but s …
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Finding a great sailing venue.
… itality of Cwmbran. I will be exhibitting at the Abergaveny Steam Rally this coming Sunday and Monday If anyonee fancies seeing my harbour and having a chat.
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MV CAROLINE
… the rest of my harbour, will be on view at the Abbergavenny Steam Rally this weekend June 3rd and 4th(Sunday Monday) in the model section marquee.
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The National Model Boat Show 2012
… from M43 10 minutes vrom M1 5 minutes from A511. * Rail and Steam on show as well.*
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Mersey 12-26 Moira Barrie
… so you can vary it from apair of V8 petrols, twin diesels, steam, to jet turbine for the perkasa's ! I bought the upgraded package and modified the horn sounds to closely match the lifeboat. The upgrade system comes complete with a long en …
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Model of Fireboat David Campbell
… land Oregon in 1913 of Iron on steel frames, coal fired and steam powered. it was retired in 1926 and converted to a diesel powered sail/schooner fur trader at lake Union Seattle and renamed Aleutian Native. in 1932 it was converted to an o …
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Fleeting Star
… y required cleaning up and finishing off. A graupner 6 volt steam unit is fitted in the funnel and to make the boat a little more realistic on the water,a maplin steam sound system has been used to generate the sound of the engine. A simple …
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African Queen
… t for me as a Christmas pressent in 2009. A graupner 6 volt steam unit is fitted in the funnel and to make the boat a little more realistic a maplin steam sound system has been used to generate the sound of the engine. A simple mod allows t …
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Lifeboat fun day
… f 1 Pound will be made for each boat entered. Slower IC and steam lifeboats & Fire/Rescue Boats are also welcome. If you would like to come along please contact: Bill Warder on 07712 465863 or email (Email Removed - PM Only) Roland Duffet o …
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RAF CRASH TENDER 46 Inch
… arch so time is precious. I sail yachts, scale electric and steam boats. Have a look at my harbour for some of the models. My 34" Fireboat gets an occasional outing if I feel in need of some excitement I use a brushless and LIPO set up and …